Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Achillion -1 Biotech Challenging the Hep-C Goliath

Related Press Release - Achillion Initiates Phase 2 Interferon-Free Trial of Sovaprevir and ACH-3102 for Genotype 1 HCV

Investment Commentary

In this video, David Williamson describes how Achillion Pharmaceuticals may challenge Gilead's dominance in the Hepatitis C drug market. Achillion is concluding phase 2 clinical trials of its oral interferon medication, and so far, things are looking good. If successful in phase 3 trials, Achillion could directly challenge Gilead's interferon medication. For investors, the success of Achillion's drug is attractive, but the potential for Achillion to be a takeover target is even more enticing. The company has a market cap of around $575 million and could easily be bought out by the likes of Bristol-Myers Squibb.

Check out the video for more details.

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